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Test Code LAB339 Sickle Cell Screen, Blood

Reporting Title

Sickle Cell

Methodology

Qualitative Solubility Test

Used for identification of sickling hemoglobin.

Note:  Appearance of hemoglobin S is genetically delayed and does not begin to become evident until after 3 months of age, and maximum levels are not achieved until 5 to 6 months of age.

Performing Laboratory

OhioHealth Laboratory Services-RMH and MH Core Hematology

Specimen Requirements

Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s), and send EDTA whole blood refrigerated. Mix gently by inverting 8 times. Do not centrifuge.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerate: OK

Ambient: NO

Frozen: NO

Reference Values

Negative

If sickle cell screen is positive, hemoglobin electrophoresis will be performed for confirmation.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

85660 - screen

83020 - electrophoresis (if appropriate)